2004 Mercedes-Benz CL vs. 1976 Morgan 4
To start off, 2004 Mercedes-Benz CL is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Morgan 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Morgan 4 would be higher. At 4,966 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mercedes-Benz CL (302 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 217 more horse power than 1976 Morgan 4. (85 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 1976 Morgan 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mercedes-Benz CL weights approximately 1199 kg more than 1976 Morgan 4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2004 Mercedes-Benz CL (460 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 325 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Morgan 4. (135 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2004 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Morgan 4. 2004 Mercedes-Benz CL has automatic transmission and 1976 Morgan 4 has manual transmission. 1976 Morgan 4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Mercedes-Benz CL will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Mercedes-Benz CL | 1976 Morgan 4 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Morgan |
| Model | CL | 4 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4966 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 302 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 460 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1865 kg | 666 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2450 mm |
